You Should Not Face Religious Discrimination At Work
One of the major points of the Constitution is freedom of religion; it’s called “the free exercise clause,” and it’s a fundamental part of the First Amendment of the Constitution. However, companies have often tried to circumvent that right in the history of the country. But you do not have to stand for such discrimination.
At Akeel & Valentine, PLC, our attorneys work in Detroit, across Michigan and nationwide to protect the freedoms and liberties of our clients. We care about justice, but first and foremost, we care about our clients. We fight to get you the fair treatment you deserve and hold companies accountable for their oversteps and mistreatment of you at work.
Do You Understand Your Rights In Religious Discrimination?
The 1964 Civil Rights Act codified your rights when it comes to religious freedom at work. The federal law outlines the protections of many groups, including religious groups. In Michigan, the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act reaffirms and strengthens these rights.
The civil rights laws are proactive about your rights and state that employers cannot make decisions about you based on your religion. Some common examples of these decisions include:
- Disciplinary action
- Unfavorable assignments
- Termination
- Denial of benefits
- Misclassification
An employer exerts a vast amount of power over its employees, and that inequality in position can lead to a great deal of difficulty for people of different religions. Workplaces must then make reasonable religious accommodations, by law.
When your employer refuses accommodations, makes the workplace hostile toward your belief system or simply ignores your requests, you are placed in a separate category. You do not deserve unequal treatment.
We Pursue Justice For You And With You
We are your teammates in the pursuit of a better outcome for you. We will stand with you to hold your employer accountable for their discriminatory practices. Call us at 248-918-4542 or send us an email to get started.